Afleveringen
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Obesity has been an increasing issue in dogs and cats over the years. This could be due to increased caloric intake, reduced physical activity, endocrinopathies, etc. There are many issues that occur with obese pets: cardiac issues, joint pain, organ dysfunction, etc. However, the skin can also be included in these issues.
Elbow calluses, fold dermatitis and pododermatitis can all be worse as a patient gains weight. Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Skin Issues with Overweight Dogs
03:49 "A World of Inflammation"
06:08 Dysbiotic Drift
08:00 Skin Integrity of Obese Pets
10:05 Secondary Issues
11:28 Fold Dermatitis
12:39 Elbow Calluses
14:10 Summary -
With brachycephalic breeds being a common allergic patient, facial fold dermatitis is a common occurrence. Clinical signs can include facial rubbing, scratching, odor, etc. Thought it occurs frequently in these patients, it can be easy to overlook this little pocket of tissue during an exam. This week's podcast episode will go over clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment options including maintenance therapy.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 How We Should Be Evaluating Facial Fold Dermatitis
02:43 Looking For and Evaluating the Folds
04:20 Clinical Symptoms
05:54 Where to Start
09:34 Treatment
12:44 Maintenance
14:00 Summary -
Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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We can feel like we put together a great plan for a pet's allergies, but if it doesn't happen then it doesn't matter.
Instead of being frustrated about client compliance, how can we make it better? We have to consider the financial, physical and mental burden pet owners are going through when their pet is diagnosed with a chronic dermatologic disease. However, we must ASK what is possible... and not ASSUME.
Check out some tips and tricks on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Tips and Tricks to Increase Customer Compliance
04:19 Thinking of the Customer's Financial Situation
08:21 The Physical Aspect
10:23 The Mental Aspect
12:21 Have to Ask and NOT Assume
14:51 Recognize that Things Change
16:22 Summary -
There have been so many wonderful tools added to our management of allergic dermatitis in dogs over the last decade. Apoquel, Cytopoint and Zenrelia have all been medications that provide quick itch relief with a more targeted approach.
However, the use of cyclosporine as an option (except for cats where it is prescribed more frequently) has dwindled. Though these new tools have revolutionized our field, allergic dermatitis is complicated and there are still some cases that respond better to cyclosporine. So, when should you consider reaching cyclosporine in allergic management? Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to find out!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Cyclosporine
02:27 Why choose Cyclosporine for Dogs with allergies
08:44 Weird Issues with Cyclosporine
11:55 Cats and Cyclosporine
13:36 What's available in the U.S. for Cyclosporine
15:26 Other forms of Cyclosporine
18:53 Summary -
Viewing several skin cases day after day can make recognizing different types of skin lesions daunting... However, evaluating skin integrity, alopecia, skin thickness, etc. can help guide the differential list and fine tune the diagnostic approach.
Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 What and where when it comes to lesions
01:54 Color change
06:09 Alopecia
07:41 Thickening of the skin
09:33 Scaling
10:56 Skin Integrity
13:07 Summary -
A common phrase around The Derm Vet is "cytology everything". But, what does that actually mean?
Looks weird? Cytology.
Itchy spot? Cytology.
How long to treat an infection? Cytology.
Things changed? Cytology.
Cytology everything! Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 My time at VMX
04:22 Cytology Everything
06:13 Where "Cytology Everything" comes from
10:30 Rechecks
12:39 Summary/Outro -
As a general practitioner with a bad ear case, where do you send them... Derm or Surgery? There are some clear cut reasons like severe calcification that can lead to case being best served by surgery. However, there are other things to consider like client expectations, finances, patient compliance, etc. that are not as straightforward.
Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to gain confidence on where to refer your next difficult ear case!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Managing Ear Disease
01:20 Videotoscopy
06:46 Owner Expectations and Options
10:12 Bloodhound example
12:41 Summary/Outro -
Picking a food for a diet trial can be really tough. Do you choose hydrolyzed, novel protein, home-cooked, etc.? Is there just ONE perfect diet to rule in or out food allergy?
Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast to learn the ins and outs of selecting a diet.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Novel Protein vs Hydrolyzed
03:36 Changing the diet
07:11 Hydrolyzed Diets
11:13 Why would you choose novel protein?
12:41 Realize that every pet is an individual
14:20 Summary/Outro -
Our first interview of the New Year! I'm very excited to interview Dr. James Bascharon. Dr. Bascharon is a veterinarian and CEO & Founder of Vetnique. He is the inventor of Glandex®, a patented formulation and the first medication of its kind for pets with anal sac/gland problems.
Anal sac issues are a frequent problem for our pets and can negatively affect the lives of the pet owners. Nobody wants to see their dog scooting or be surprised by that "fishy" smell. This episode goes over the need for anal sac health and introduces a new product by Vetnique to address gut health. Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Introducing Dr. Bascharon and Glandex
01:50 What anal glands are and common causes of problems
06:24 Clinical symptoms to look out for
11:22 How creating Glandex came about
18:07 How Glandex actually helps with anal gland emptying
20:25 Knowing how to create Glandex
26:31 New Glandex product
29:46 When would a veterinarian choose probiotic over Glandex?
31:58 Do probiotics make a difference for pets with allergies?
35:01 What's next for James?
36:16 Outro -
As we welcome in the year 2025... there are some ways we can change the practice of veterinary dermatology. Sure, we hope for continued new products, diagnostics, etc. However, there are simple changes that can make right now that will make your practice of dermatology more fun and impactful!
Learn the 5 ways on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 New Year, New Derm!
02:10 Be Open
07:21 Understand Your Drugs
10:12 Innovate
12:58 Learn
16:02 Don't Get Stuck in Your Old Ways
21:00 Summary -
With the end of the year comes a lot of reflection... and stress. Working on chronic dermatology cases can provide frustration as many medications and differentials aren't always a slam dunk on the first exam.
So, ending the year on a more positive note, learn how derm workups and medication selection aren't perfect for specialists either. Selection of diagnostics and drugs can be trial and error in certain patients... and that's okay. -
Cats and dogs are very different with their skin lesions and distribution is no different. If a dog presents with claw fold disease, the list of differentials is much better than a cat with claw fold skin disease. Throw in oral lesions and otitis... and we have to recognize how there are differences in how we create differential lists.
Learn more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Distribution of lesions between cats and dogs
02:05 Claw Fold Disease
05:54 Otitis
09:01 Oral Cavity
11:11 Recap -
It can be hard in a busy practice to fully work up and treat recurrent otitis. I wanted to provide a quick and easy way to reimagine these cases when they walk into your door. When you see an ear case, I want you to think of two Is and two Ws. What are they?
Infection
Inflammation
Wash
Why
Check out more on this quick and dirty episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Ear Disease: Two I's and Two W's
01:04 Infection
02:18 Inflammation
03:55 Wash
05:45 Why
07:14 Summary
08:00 Outro -
I asked and you delivered!!!! I wanted to know what general practitioners wish dermatologists knew before they referred a case. You gave me lots of great points!
A recurring theme in my responses... write it down! If an owner declines a diagnostic, medication, referral, flea prevention, etc. make sure you write it in the record. If it is there, then we will know the recommendation was made. We all want to be on the same team with these chronic derm cases! Check out this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 What is something GPs want Derms to know
01:20 "We DO recommend cytology before referring but owners decline repeatedly"
04:38 "It can be frustratingly difficult to get clients to do antipyretic therapies"
06:35 "I legit try to get my clients to go to you sooner"
08:42 "I have tried to get them on consistent vet-prescribed flea control"
12:36 "We don't have a dermatologist in Puerto Rico"
14:35 "I'm sorry I have to send my needy/annoying clients to you"
17:00 Outro -
It is Thanksgiving in the USA... I asked you what you are thankful for in dermatology. From cytology to Pseudopelade to dermatologists, find out what you were thankful for as listeners and what I am thankful for as a podcaster!
TIMESTAMPS
Intro 00:00
What The Derm Vet Listeners Are Thankful For 00:44
What Dr. Bourgeois Is Thankful For 15:08
Outro 17:00 -
Depending on where you live geographically, you may see a lot of deep fungal disease or not much at all. How do you recognize deep fungal disease? What diagnostics can be done?
Even if you don't see a lot of deep fungal disease where you live, dogs and cats change environments so it could happen! Learn about blastomycosis, coccidiomycosis, cryptococcus, sporotrichosis and histoplasmosis on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Shoutout to ESAVS Dermatology 2 students!
01:29 Deep Fungal Infections
04:04 Blastomycosis
07:28 Coccidioidomycosis
09:19 Cryptococcus
12:17 Sporotrichosis
13:53 Histoplasmosis
16:44 Outro -
Isoxazolines are anti-parasitics that inhibit chloride channels in the nervous systems of invertebrates. This paralyzes and kills parasites by blocking the transmission of neuronal signals.
Isoxazolines are more selective to fleas, ticks, and mites than to mammals, including humans, dogs and cats. It has been a game changer for our flea allergic pets and treating mange cases.
Learn some of the specific differences of these products on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Before Isoxazolines
02:28 What is Isoxazolines
04:34 Afoxolaner
06:18 Sarolaner
08:03 Lotilaner
09:10 Fluralaner
11:28 Summary
13:05 Outro -
Thanks to the isoxazolines... we don't see demodex as much as we used to! However, it is still a disease that can be overlooked and important to recognize and treat. But when treatment can range from nothing to an anti-parasitic... how do you approach these canine cases?
Localized vs. Generalized
Juvenile-onset vs. Adult-onset
Did you know there are three types of Demodex we can find on dogs?
Find out more on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Why I'm in Thailand
00:45 Canine Demoidicosis
04:02 Demodex Canis
04:24 Demodex Cornei
05:09 Demodex Injai
06:54 Classification of Demodicosis
09:25 Juvenile Onset vs Adult Onset
11:34 How We Diagnose Demodicosis
13:38 Treatment for Demodicosis
15:24 Outro -
Happy Halloween!
I asked for your spooky derm concerns and you delivered! Check out our top 5 sppoookkkyyy derm tips on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
1. Combining immunosuppressive drugs
2. Feline otitis
3. Cutaneous lymphoma
4. Missteps that can haunt you
5. Pseudomonas otitis
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
01:08 Concern with Combining Immunosuppressive Medications
05:46 Treating Feline Otitis
08:11 Cutaneous Lymphoma
10:25 What is a common misstep that can haunt a practitioner?
14:28 Pseudomonas Otitis
16:42 Outro -
Derm drugs are SO important! BUT... there is a reason we talk about multimodal therapy being so essential in managing allergic cases. Preventatives, diet, immunotherapy, topicals, supplements, etc. are crucial. However, we have to tailor and customize our plan for each individual patient AND client.
Learn how the non-drug management tools can help with prevention, skin barrier, microbiome and future flares on this episode of The Derm Vet podcast.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
01:03 Why Dermatologists Are Adamant About Non-Drugs
01:51 Prevention
04:58 Skin Barrier
07:57 Microbiome
09:35 Helping Clients Manage Disease Long-term
13:13 Summary
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